How to Transfer a Car Title in Ohio?

Sign the back of the Ohio title as the seller

Enter the buyer’s full name and address on the title

Enter the odometer reading on the title if required

Complete the purchase price on the title

Have all required signatures notarized if the title requires notarization

Remove your license plates from the vehicle

Give the signed title to the buyer

Provide a bill of sale if needed

Buyer takes the signed title to the Ohio BMV

Buyer pays the title transfer fee and any applicable taxes

Buyer applies for a new title in their name

Buyer registers the vehicle and gets new plates or transfers eligible plates

If there is a lien, obtain a lien release before transfer

If the title is lost, apply for a duplicate title before transfer

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